Brite Monthly – Elementary: December 2024

This Month’s Biblical Theme Is:

Jesus is Our Rescuer

Sin had broken God’s perfect world. Prophets like Malachi and Isaiah foretold of a Rescuer who would save humanity from their sins. John the Baptist would prepare hearts for the Messiah and remind them of their need to be rescued. Mary trusted in God’s plan and became the one to bring the Rescuer into the world. The Rescuer’s name was Jesus. He is our ultimate Rescuer and the fulfillment of God’s promise to bring people back into relationship with God.

Monthly Memory Verse: For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. (Luke 2:11)

Prophecy and Silence (Malachi 3:1–3, Isaiah 9:6–7)
Throughout the Old Testament, prophets foretold the Rescuer’s coming. 400 years passed in silence until the arrival of the anticipated Rescuer.

Zechariah and Elizabeth (Luke 1:5–25, 57-80)
An angel prophesied of a son who would prepare the way for the Messiah. Zechariah’s doubt led to his temporary silence until after the birth when he affirmed John’s name.

Mary and the Angel (Luke 1:26–45)
The angel Gabriel told Mary that she would have a son, Jesus. He would be the Son of God who would reign forever. This baby was the Messiah God had promised long ago.

Jesus is Born (Luke 2:1–20)
Mary and Joseph journeyed to Bethlehem where Jesus was born. Angels proclaimed this joyous news to shepherds!The shepherds glorify God and spread the news.

Magi (Matthew 2:1–12)
Wise men followed a star to find Jesus. When they found Him, the Magi presented gifts to Jesus, then avoided Herod upon being warned in a dream.

This month’s Unit Title is: A Rockin’ Christmas

 

 

Embrace the joyous noise this Christmas. Be creative with using old CDs, sheet music and twinkle lights! Consider making a christmas tree or snowman using an old drum kit. Hang a disco ball and start your time together with a mini dance party!

Check out our Pinterest page for more ideas at https://pin.it/7faipeckX

This Month’s Leader Training Topic is: How to Build Connection with Parents

With the new average of 50 percent attendance for core families, it is harder but more important than ever to connect with families and minister to them outside the walls of the church. This month our leader tips provide practical ideas for building a connection with parents.

Throughout the month, we’ll explore the following topics:

  • Week 1 Content—Taking Hallway Conversations to the Next Level
  • Week 2 Content—Share Good News
  • Week 3 Content—Invite Parents In
  • Week 4 Content—Cheer on Parents
  • Week 5 Content—Partner with Parents
Teaching Kids about the Gospel:

The Gospel is the good news. God wants everyone to know this good news and not miss out on this invitation!

Here’s the Gospel in four words: God, Us, Jesus, Trust.

God

God is a loving God who is all-powerful and holy. He knows and sees everything and rules over everything. God created all people in His image, and we are valuable to Him.

Us

But we have sinned, and our sin separates us from God. What is sin? Sin is anything we think, say or do that disobeys God. The penalty for sin is death and separation from God forever.

Jesus

But because God loves us so much, He sent His one and only Son, Jesus, to pay the penalty for our sin. Jesus died in our place. But He did not stay dead—He rose again three days later. Because of Jesus, we no longer have to be separated from God, and we are offered the free gift of eternal life!

Trust

God gives salvation—rescuing us from our sin, to everyone who places their trust in Jesus as their Savior. What is trust? It means that we rely on what Jesus did. You cannot be saved from sin by doing good things but only through what Jesus did for you.